Ukraine Destroys $250M Russian Radar Right After Moscow: Report

Defense News ,Russia & Ukraine War :- In a swift response to Moscow announcement of deploying an advanced Yastreb-AV counter-battery radar in Ukraine, the Ukrainian military successfully destroyed the sophisticated system on the very day of its deployment. The Yastreb-AV, touted as the most modern radar system in Russia, employs a phased array antenna to pinpoint the exact coordinates of enemy artillery positions, aiding in counterattacks by friendly forces.

Local reports described the radar as a significant asset, highlighting its capabilities in detecting the trajectory of incoming artillery fire. However, Ukraine Special Operations Forces managed to locate and neutralize the high-tech radar using a US-made High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS). A video circulating online captured the alleged attack on the $250-million military radar.

This recent achievement adds to Ukraine track record of thwarting Russian radar systems. In July 2023, the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) reported that Ukrainian forces successfully destroyed a Russian Zoopark radar near the Russian Ground Forces area, leaving only a limited number of operational Zoopark units in the war-torn nation. The incident significantly contributed to a shortage of counter-battery radars in Russia, according to the UK MoD.

One month later, the contested Kherson region witnessed the destruction of another rare Russian radar, Predel-E. Once again, a HIMARS rocket was credited for the attack, supported by a drone providing crucial aerial reconnaissance. These successive breakthroughs showcase the effectiveness of Ukrainian forces in countering and neutralizing advanced Russian radar systems, impacting Moscow strategic capabilities in the ongoing conflict.